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Jaishankar calls attacks on commercial shipping and seafarers 'simply unacceptable' amid Gulf conflict

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said targeting commercial shipping and seafarers was “simply unacceptable” as India pressed for restraint and de-escalation in the Gulf conflict. His remarks underscored New Delhi’s concern that widening hostilities could endanger civilians, disrupt energy supplies, raise freight costs and deepen pressure on developing economies.

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World Politics & Diplomacy11h ago

Trump Rejects Iranian Offer to Reopen Strait of Hormuz, Raising Fears of Wider Conflict and Energy Shock

US President Donald Trump has rejected an Iranian proposal to restore commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz within seven days, dismissing Tehran's offer as unacceptable despite mounting economic pressure from the waterway's effective closure. The decision deepens uncertainty over a conflict that has already disrupted one of the world's most critical energy chokepoints, rattled oil and gas markets, and increased the likelihood of renewed military escalation.

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Aviation, Shipping & Logistics1h ago

India's Engineering Exports Jump 24.9% in August as US, China and UK Demand Surges

India's engineering goods exports rose 24.86% year-on-year in August to $12.32 billion, powered by strong shipments to the US, China and the UK, even as West Asia logistics disruptions weighed on some Gulf markets. EEPC India said the broad-based expansion signals firmer global confidence in "Brand India" and points to improving demand conditions for exporters.

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India Sports & Cricket3h ago

India's Kabaddi Double Act Marches Into Asian Games Finals With Commanding Wins

India's men's and women's kabaddi teams stayed on track for another golden sweep at the Asian Games on Friday, advancing to their respective finals with emphatic semifinal victories. The women beat Nepal 48-24, while the men overpowered Thailand 66-28, extending both teams' unbeaten runs in the tournament.

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India Entertainment & Culture7h ago

'Heggana Muddu' Review: Poorna Anchors a Sharp Relationship Drama Undone by Its Own Contradictions

Avinash Balekkala's Kannada debut, Heggana Muddu, begins as a pointed, unsettling study of an arranged marriage shaped by patriarchy, ego and emotional silence. It is lifted by Poorna's increasingly convincing performance, but the film loses momentum when it splits its leads into separate tracks and loses sight of its core conflict.

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World Politics & Diplomacy2h ago

Rubio Meets Lavrov at UN as Washington and Moscow Probe a War Without an Endgame

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, underscoring that even amid deep U.S.-Russia hostility, diplomatic channels remain open. According to the State Department, the two discussed the Russia-Ukraine war and the broader bilateral relationship, a sign that Washington is still testing whether limited engagement can influence a conflict that has defied repeated efforts at resolution.

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Defence, Intelligence & Aerospace4h ago

Saudi Coalition Says It Intercepts Houthi Missiles and Drones as Yemen War Spills Toward Riyadh

Saudi Arabia said its air defenses intercepted Houthi missiles and drones aimed at the kingdom, underscoring the continuing reach of Yemen's war beyond its borders. The reported attacks came amid a wider regional escalation, with Reuters and other outlets linking the episode to heightened tensions involving Iran, Yemen and the Saudi-led coalition.

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Global Economy & Central Banks8h ago

Federal Reserve Approves Coastal Bend Bancshares' Acquisition of First National Bank in Port Lavaca

The Federal Reserve Board has approved Coastal Bend Bancshares, Inc.'s application to acquire First National Bank in Port Lavaca, marking a significant consolidation move in Texas community banking. The decision, announced Tuesday, clears the way for the Corpus Christi-based bank holding company to expand its footprint in the Gulf Coast region.

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World Politics & Diplomacy8h ago

Trump Rejects Iran Ceasefire Offer as Gulf Tensions Flare and Oil Markets Swing

President Donald Trump has rejected Iran's conditional proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart nuclear talks, according to The Wall Street Journal, even as U.S. and Iranian officials continue indirect negotiations through mediators. The development comes amid renewed Houthi attacks in Yemen and sharp moves in oil prices, underscoring how quickly the conflict is reverberating through global energy markets.

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